Pasadena (NW) (645) Homes with Two Levels Stories

Pasadena (NW) (645) Homes with Two Levels Stories

Welcome to the charming neighborhood of Northwest Pasadena, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Los Angeles County. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes, this area offers a unique blend of urban convenience and suburban tranquility. With tree-lined streets, beautifully maintained parks, and a strong sense of community, Northwest Pasadena is the perfect place to call home.

One of the standout features of this region is its diverse selection of homes, particularly those with two-level stories. These multi-story residences provide ample space for families and individuals alike, offering a perfect balance of privacy and communal living. With well-designed layouts, these homes often boast spacious living areas, modern kitchens, and inviting outdoor spaces, making them ideal for both relaxation and entertaining.

The architectural styles in Northwest Pasadena vary, from charming Craftsman bungalows to contemporary designs, ensuring that there’s something for everyone. The two-level homes not only maximize living space but also provide breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and cityscape, allowing residents to enjoy the beauty of Pasadena from the comfort of their own homes.

Additionally, the Northwest Pasadena community is conveniently located near excellent schools, shopping districts, and recreational facilities, making it a desirable location for families and professionals. With its blend of historic charm and modern amenities, Northwest Pasadena is more than just a place to live; it's a lifestyle waiting to be embraced. Explore the possibilities of two-level living in this enchanting neighborhood and discover your dream home today!

Newest Pasadena (NW) (645) Homes with Two Levels Stories

209 N Grand Avenue, Pasadena
$1,429,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ P1-29325 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Dramatic and immaculate mid-century modern architectural garden condominium centrally located in quiet sought-after prime Pasadena residential Grand Avenue neighborhood, minutes away from Old Pasadena. This gated quintessential architectural 3 bed, 2.5 bath home, designed by renowned architects Buff & Hensman is perched above the historic and iconic Rose Bowl and features quintessential clean architectural design, walls of glass, and indoor-outdoor living. In an enclave of only twelve units with lush gardens and a common pool and spa, the complex fosters an intimate feel. The home features a dramatic two-story entry, an updated gourmet kitchen with signature Buff & Hensman original teak kitchen cabinetry, newer stainless-steel appliances and a Subzero refrigerator. The bright home features a large attached two-car garage with an electric door opener that offers direct and secure access. The large primary suite has a fireplace, large seating area and walk in closet. Two additional bedrooms can be used as bedrooms, home office, or gym. The unit features upgraded baths, recessed lighting, fresh paint, abundant natural light and abundant storage. A separate private patio off the living / dining areas has direct access to the pool and spa. Newer Central HVAC, in-unit washer/dryer, two gas fireplaces. HOA includes property and earthquake insurance. Incredible opportunity for a residence with an architectural pedigree paired with low maintenance yet elegant living.

209 N Grand Avenue, Pasadena

1731 La Cresta Drive, Pasadena
$2,700,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ BB26212176 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to Oak & Maple, a Pasadena home set on more than half an acre in the Arroyo area. Surrounded by mature trees and beautiful views, the property offers a peaceful setting that feels remarkably removed from the city. An approximately 100-year-old Japanese maple stands at the front of the property, while the backyard unfolds beneath a canopy of mature trees, creating a private, wooded setting with views of the surrounding hills. Inside, the home is arranged across two levels, offering a flexible floor plan with plenty of room to spread out. The main level features generous living and dining spaces, hardwood floors, original details, and a fireplace. Large windows fill the rooms with natural light and frame the surrounding views. Downstairs, three additional bedrooms and a den with a second fireplace provide versatile living space, ideal for guests, a home office, a media room, or simply a little extra room for everyone. Outdoor living is equally inviting. A long covered balcony stretches across the rear of the upper level, offering a wonderful place to relax and take in the views. Below, a patio opens to the expansive grounds, where towering trees create a sense of privacy and seclusion that's increasingly difficult to find. Lovingly held by the same family for many years, Oak & Maple is ready for its next chapter. The home offers an opportunity to update and personalize its interiors while preserving the character and setting that make it special. Located in Pasadena's distinctive Arroyo area, the property is close to the Arroyo Seco, Rose Bowl, Brookside, Old Pasadena, and a wide range of dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation. Yet at home, the surroundings feel peaceful and tucked away. With its generous living spaces, beautiful views, and remarkable setting, Oak & Maple offers a rare opportunity to create something truly your own.

1731 La Cresta Drive, Pasadena

526 N Madison, Pasadena
$1,550,000
AR26225618 MLS ⋅ Active Status
4 Single-story Bungalow Court near Old Town Pasadena, delivered with a Fully Renovated Vacant 2-Bedroom Unit, Large ±13k SF Lot, and 4-ADU Upside Potential. Can be purchased together with 542 N Madison (3 units). 526-532 N Madison Ave, a 4-unit Single-story Bungalow Court in the City of Pasadena. Situated only several blocks north of Old Town Pasadena, it is on a quiet residential street surrounded by single family houses. The property offers a highly desirable bungalow single-story layout (no adjoining walls) providing tenants with single family residential feel. It has a lush center courtyard/walkway providing serene atmosphere for the tenants. This superb value offering provides a rare opportunity for owner/user or first-time apartment investor as the largest unit/bungalow has been recently upgraded and can be delivered vacant. This property can be acquired together with 542 N Madison and was part of Madison Park Portfolio (6 total properties – 4 have been sold). The unit mix is one (1) x 2bedroom+1bathroom (owner’s unit) and three (3) 1bedroom+1bathroom units, which makes it very easy to rent and manage. The property was built in 1940, has a total of ±3,326 SF building size (Average unit size is 830SF/unit) and is situated on a large ±13,185 SF lot. Owner has spared no expense in relocating the previous tenant and then fully upgrades this owner’s unit into a modern standard. This recently upgraded unit has brand new flooring throughout, fully upgraded kitchen with shaker cabinets, fully upgraded bathroom, and led lighting throughout. Each unit is charming with original hardwood flooring, ceiling fans, plenty of built in cabinets, tiled kitchen and bathroom, and in-unit laundry hookups. The front 1 bedroom unit #532 was recently leased for $2450/month. Besides the owner’s unit (#526), two additional units (532 and #530) have been upgraded with brand new kitchen and updated bathroom. Parking is provided via detached 3 car garages and 3 open space in the back. Each unit has individual water heaters and separately metered for electricity and gas. Each unit has its own laundry hookups.

526 N Madison, Pasadena

822 Mar Vista Avenue, Pasadena
$1,349,000
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ P1-29270 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Bungalow Heaven Craftsman is filled with character and rich architectural detail. From the street, lush front gardens introduce the home, where a rock pathway winds past grape vines and a lemon tree to an expansive front porch. Imagine morning coffee here; under deep overhanging eaves and exposed rafter tails and behind decorative cross-buck railings. Inside, hardwood floors gleam. This is an artist's home. To the left of the entry is a generous living room with large wood casement windows, a high accent window, coved ceilings, and picture rail molding. To the right, the formal dining room is filled with original character and architectural details, including a bay window, box-beam ceiling, crown molding, wainscoting, and built-in china cabinet and buffet. A rustic stone fireplace with a flush slate hearth completes the room. Just beyond, the kitchen features white tile countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and a vintage O'Keefe & Merritt range. A double sink beneath a pair of double-hung windows brings in the garden light, and tall cabinets provide generous storage. A small laundry room off the kitchen offers convenient outdoor access. Past the kitchen, a sconce-lit corridor leads to two main-level bedrooms, including the sizable primary, both with Craftsman five-panel doors and picture rail molding. Nearby, the bath offers a built-in linen cabinet, medicine cabinet, and lovely claw foot tub with shower. A staircase with a skylight above carries up to a gallery-style landing. Upstairs, find two additional bedrooms and a sitting room. The dormer bedroom is especially charming, with sloped plaster ceilings, a wall of windows, and hardwood floors. Deep nooks tucked under the eaves offer room for extra storage. Outside, the large, private backyard is framed by a stately oak and towering twin palms, with river rock landscaping, a vegetable garden, and a detached single-car garage. Just minutes from the McDonald Park and shops on Lake Ave, this home is located in one of Pasadena's most beloved historic neighborhoods. 822 Mar Vista Ave is an opportunity to live with exceptional architecture and timeless character.

822 Mar Vista Avenue, Pasadena

1417 Rutherford Drive, Pasadena
$3,998,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ P1-29237 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Set within one of Pasadena's most distinctive residential enclaves, this exceptional Linda Vista residence offers a compelling blend of refined design, resort-style living, and effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Completely remodeled and meticulously maintained, the four-bedroom, four-bath home is ideally situated near Pasadena's celebrated cultural, dining, and recreational destinations.Elegant double front doors open to a welcoming foyer, where a dramatic curved staircase and custom glass-enclosed elevator create a memorable first impression. The light-filled living and dining room provide an elegant setting for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. French glass doors invite the outdoors in, creating a seamless connection to the beautifully landscaped grounds.At the heart of the home is a beautifully remodeled chef's kitchen, thoughtfully designed for both serious cooking and everyday enjoyment. Appointments include a six-burner range with oven, built-in double ovens, microwave, dishwasher, trash compactor and a Sub-Zero refrigerator & full-size wine refrigerator. An inviting breakfast area and adjoining family room with a fireplace and a stylish bar, create a relaxed gathering space, while direct access to the backyard makes indoor-outdoor living effortless.The main level also features a private office, powder room, laundry room, and private bedroom with adjacent three-quarter bath. Direct access to the 3-car garage and adjoining work room/storage area adds convenience and versatility.Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite provides a serene private retreat. The spa-inspired bath features a marble steam shower and separate water closet, while an adjoining dressing room lined with closets offers wardrobe storage and a true boutique-style experience. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the second level, with one bedroom opening to its own private tiled balcony.The lushly landscaped backyard is an entertainer's retreat. Mature plantings frame a sparkling pool and waterfall spa, creating a private, resort-like setting for relaxing and gathering with family and friends.Designed for exceptional outdoor living is an expansive covered gazebo with fully equipped outdoor kitchen featuring a built-in barbecue, gas burners, refrigerator, ice maker, ceiling fan, heater and a generous space for a large dining table.Refined design, resort amenities, and exceptional entertaining spaces.

1417 Rutherford Drive, Pasadena

148 N Mar Vista Avenue, Pasadena
$4,100,000
CV26220279 MLS ⋅ Active Status
We are pleased to present the unique opportunity to acquire 148 N Mar Vista Avenue, five individually-parceled condos, in the highly coveted city of Pasadena. Situated on a meticulously landscaped ±8,682 square foot lot with a total building area of ±7,450 square feet, the property was built in 2009 and offers relatively low maintenance, making it highly attractive to long-term investors and buyers seeking the flexibility to sell each unit individually. The five-unit asset sits south of Interstate 210 and a few blocks from Colorado Boulevard, offering convenient access to grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, and specialty retail, including Target, Apple Store, Vroman’s Bookstore, and Urth Café. Mar Vista Avenue features a unit mix of one 3-bedroom/3-bathroom and four 3-bedroom/3.5-bathroom two-story, townhouse-style residences, with a generous average unit size of ±1,496 square feet. Built in 2009, the community is meticulously maintained and offers a well-appointed amenity package designed for comfort and convenience. Interior features include open-concept kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, in-unit stackable washers and dryers, primary suites with double vanities, and spacious private patios and balconies. The community provides residents with a gated entry, a courtyard with seating area, lush landscaping, a subterranean parking garage, an elevator, two stairwells, and ample street parking. The property’s location is a significant driver of value, situated within walking distance to Pasadena City College and near Lake Metro Rail Station on the Metro A Line, with direct light rail service to Downtown Los Angeles. Residents are just minutes from the Pasadena Playhouse District, Old Pasadena, The Shops on Lake Avenue, and Paseo Colorado, with easy access to the 210, 134, 110, 2, and 5 Freeways. Within 20 miles are the Huntington Library, Rose Bowl, Dodger Stadium, Santa Anita Park, Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles Zoo, Hollywood Bowl, and Universal Studios, offering a unique blend of urban accessibility and recreation. 148 N Mar Vista Avenue is a stable, newly built asset in Pasadena’s high-demand submarket. Whether for a 1031 Exchange buyer, a first-time investor, or a seasoned investor, this offering of five prime condos provides long-term stability and significant growth potential underpinned by strong economic and demographic fundamentals.

148 N Mar Vista Avenue, Pasadena

1288 Glen Oaks Boulevard, Pasadena
$2,695,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ P1-29183 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Design wins. Designed by renowned architect William L. Rudolph, this 1955 Midcentury modern home tucked quietly in Pasadena's San Rafael Hills defines understated luxury. Set back from the road amid pine and fig trees, the front entry courtyard blends warm vertical wood siding, dark structural beams, pebbled stone slab threshold and a tall charcoal front door. Wide glass sidelights and clerestory windows frame the entrance, revealing glimpses of the interior and an iconic globe pendant. Architecture, green garden views and the backdrop of a sparkling pool meet here to create the utmost in coveted Southern California lifestyle. Inside, a skylight brightens the entry and spacious public rooms unfold beneath soaring tongue-and-groove ceilings anchored on bold exposed beams. Floor-to-ceiling windows rise to the peak, blurring the boundary between indoor and outdoor spaces. Uninterrupted interiors flow between living room, dining area and kitchen. A striking floor to ceiling red brick fireplace with a cantilevered aggregate hearth grounds the living room. Vertical wood paneling, rich dark wood flooring and classic George Nelson cigar pendants warm the room. The large kitchen features wood cabinetry, long crisp white countertops, a viking gas range and breakfast bar peninsula. The dining area is bathed in light, floor to ceiling glass on two sides, with sliding doors that lead to the expansive deck, pool and spa. This home is made for entertaining. Private quarters occupy the opposite wing, through a wood-paneled hallway. The primary suite is impressive, a true retreat, and features a soaring beamed ceiling, a warm wood feature wall, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, a large walk-in closet, and a sliding door to a private balcony. Beneath clerestory windows, the roomy bath offers a dual-sink wood vanity, deep soaking tub and walk-in shower. A second bedroom, spacious full bath and a stunning study with built-in desk, bookcases and storage complete the main level. Downstairs, two additional bedrooms, a third full bath and the laundry room offer their private spaces with plenty of storage. Outside, the home extends into its lovely natural landscape: a generous wraparound deck with sleek cable railings steps down to the welcoming pool and raised spa. Private spaces invite gathering, lounging and relaxation. Seclusion, bird song, hilly views; truly special. Minutes from the Rose Bowl, the trails of the Arroyo Seco and Old Town, with easy freeway access to Downtown LA.

1288 Glen Oaks Boulevard, Pasadena

1677 N Lake, Pasadena
$2,730,000
AR26217788 MLS ⋅ Active Status
12-Unit Mid-Century Value-Add, Excellent Unit Mix + Large Lot, Major Capex Completed (New Roof, New Landscaping, Upgraded electrical panels and subpanels), 8.32% Proforma Cap Rate, Generational Hold (Owned Since 1963). Can Be Acquired together with 295 S Hudson Ave, Pasadena (14 units). 1677 N Lake Ave, a commanding 12-unit value-add apartment community in one of Southern California’s most desirable markets: Pasadena, CA. This generational asset has been meticulously maintained by the same family since 1963. Situated on the prominent Lake Avenue corridor, the property provides tenants with immediate access to premier local destinations including Old Pasadena, the Lake Ave Shopping District, the Rose Bowl, Caltech, and Pasadena City College. The asset is nestled among single-family homes and boutique apartment communities, supported by exceptional local demographics featuring an average household income of ±$167,051 within a one-mile radius. Constructed in 1959, this classic Mid-Century building boasts excellent curb appeal, enhanced by a well-maintained central courtyard and newly installed drought-tolerant landscaping. The property encompasses 9,118 square feet of rentable space on an expansive 16,478 square-foot, medium-density residential lot (RM-16). The highly attractive unit mix consists of two (2) 2-bedroom/2-bathroom units, two (2) 2-bedroom/1-bathroom units, and eight (8) spacious 1-bedroom/1-bathroom units, averaging ±760 square feet each. The floor plans are bright and expansive, featuring large windows for abundant natural light, through-the-wall A/C, and a mix of original and upgraded hardwood flooring. Current ownership has injected significant capital to strategically de-risk the asset, including a new roof and comprehensive upgrades to the electrical panels and unit subpanels. Operations are highly efficient: units are separately metered for gas and electricity, each features its own water heater, and the building is serviced by a shared laundry room with leased machines. Parking is generously accommodated by 12 rear carport spaces and 4 open spaces, fundamentally exempting the property from costly soft-story seismic retrofitting requirements. Furthermore, the property has already passed its required SB-721 inspection. Beyond standard interior renovations to capture proven market premiums (achieving an 8.20% proforma CAP rate), the property's massive lot and rear carport layout present a superb opportunity to add ADUs.

1677 N Lake, Pasadena

1230 Wellington Avenue, Pasadena
$4,999,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ P1-29092 MLS ⋅ Active Status
A rare opportunity to create an extraordinary estate in one of the area's most sought-after and beautiful neighborhoods. 1230 Wellington awaits with fully approved plans for an exquisite, romantic residence of approximately 5,500 square feet, thoughtfully designed with elegant white stone accents, expansive rooms, soaring ceilings, and a timeless sense of scale and sophistication. Much of the magic is already in place. Set on an impressive lot of more than 21,000 square feet, the property is privately tucked behind a mature, lush hedge and surrounded by meticulously established landscaping. Estate-like gardens meander through the grounds, with stone pathways lined by boxwoods, lavender, and white roses creating an enchanting setting that feels both established and wonderfully secluded. A front wall and gated entrance could add an extra layer of privacy. For the end user who has been searching for a forever home, only to find that many of the area's finest estates still require extensive renovation, this presents a remarkable alternative: the vision, design, approvals, and magnificent grounds are already here, ready to be brought to life. For the investor, it is an equally compelling opportunity with many of the most challenging pieces already in place. RENDERINGS AND DRAWINGS OF THE FULLY APPROVED PROJECT ARE AVAILABLE TO VIEW NOW. 1230 Wellington is more than a project; it is an opportunity to create a truly special estate in an exceptional setting.

1230 Wellington Avenue, Pasadena

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